Definition of "befal" [befal]

• Befall (verb)

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• "Peradventure somewhat may befal thee; so shall the folk know him for thy son and he shall lay his hand on thy leavings."
• "So acquaint me with the facts of the case for naught shall befal thee save that which shall begladden thee; and, when thou shalt have spoken sooth, fear not harm shall betide thee."
• "Haply some one was jealous of thy good fortune and threw out certain hints concerning thee to the King, by reason whereof he is become enraged against thee with rage so violent: but be of good cheer; no harm shall befal thee; for, even as thou entreatedst me generously, without acquaintanceship between me and thee, so now I will deliver thee."